Circle vs phpBB
| Circle | phpBB | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | $89/mo | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, api, iOS, macOS, Web, Windows | self-hosted, Web |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Paid from | 89 /mo | — |
| Custom domain | Yes | — |
| Moderation tools | — | advanced |
| Private groups | — | Yes |
| Direct messaging | — | Yes |
| Mobile apps | — | web app |
Both are listed in Best Online Community Platforms. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Circle scores higher on our published basis.